Kellie Betts
Senior Fire Fighter (MRP)
Rockingham
Summary
Adept at leading teams in high-stakes environments, I enhanced firefighter skills and operational efficiency at DFES, showcasing leadership and critical thinking. My experience includes developing training programs, and executing complex rescue operations. Confident Firefighter works effectively as part of cohesive team. Highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude and background in medical response and fire suppression. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Fire Fighter Rockingham (MRP)
DFES
06.2020 - Current
- Increased firefighter skill levels by providing ongoing training sessions.
- Maintained optimal fire station conditions by overseeing daily procedures.
- Responded to emergency calls efficiently.
- Inspected equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Assisted in Physical testing for Fire Fighter recruitment.
- Completed 15 years in the relief pool.
Arduous Fire Fighter
DFES State Operations
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Forming a team with 18 personnel from Parks and Wildlife, VFRS, BFB and CFRS.
- Assisting multi agencies with Wildfire in Canada.
- Working in physically demanding environment.
- Working long hours.
- Mentoring fellow firefighter.
Senior Fire Fighhter Kalgoorlie
DFES
06.2018 - 06.2021
- Voluntary EIT with extension of 1 year.
- CSR and HR with little to no back-up.
- Rapid deployment trailer, Heavy Rescue air cache and Hi expansion Foam trailer.
- Remote and long duration turnouts.
Senior Fire Fighter Murdoch
DFES
01.2012 - 06.2018
- Proven good leadership, organisational skills and team work.
- Metropolitan Relief Pool Fire Fighter with a wide exposure to different crews, stations, ideas and appliances.
- Assisting the Station Officer in the daily management of the station.
- Mentoring junior Fire Fighters and assisting in their FDP, some of which are now undertaking SODP.
- Promoted women in DFES through community engagement activities.
- Voluntary posting to Hope Valley 3.4 for High Threat Period.
Royal Australia Corps of Transport - Driver
Australian Defence Force
03.2002 - 02.2018
- Operate and manage a range of Army vehicles on and off road.
- Conduct non-technical servicing and operator servicing of vehicles.
- Demonstrate high standards of leadership and command as a Section Commander, monitoring performance and providing feedback.
- Plan and conduct lessons and training.
- Adhere to chain of command.
- Combat First Aid Qualification, administer medications, cannulation and mass casualty triage.
- Basic Combat Communications Course.
- Driver Training Instructor, delivered to multiple courses.
400 MHz Project
DFES
03.2017 - 09.2017
- Implementation of upgraded replacement of radio frequencies to adhere new regulations.
- Worked in a small team to achieve Project Key outcomes.
- Delivered training and conducted assessments to over 50 different BGUs in the greater Metropolitan area.
- Adapted project plans quickly in response to shifting organizational priorities, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to embrace change when necessary.
- Developed PowerPoint presentations, training, training materials and assessment tools.
- Ensured proper documentation was maintained throughout each step of the project, promoting excellent record-keeping practices and easy access to historical information.
Trainer Assessor (TA)
DFES
08.2016 - 09.2016
- Enhanced trainee performance by conducting comprehensive assessments and providing constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with fellow team members to develop effective strategies for addressing gaps in trainee knowledge or skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current.
- Fire Fighter Skills Course.
- Draeger SPC 3800 rollout.
- 400MHz rollout.
- Assisted on SET course.
Education
Pathways Certificate - Leadership
Senior Fire Fighter Leadership Program
DFES 04.2001 -
Skills
Critical thinking abilities
Teamwork and Cooperation
High level of Physical Fitness
Decision-Making Under Pressure
Heavy Rescue
Wildland Firefighting Tactics
Leadership Qualities
Leadership and supervision
Referees
SO Andy Lane 0403 307 768
SO Mark McQueen 0429 111 436
Timeline
Arduous Fire Fighter
DFES State Operations
07.2024 - 09.2024
Senior Fire Fighter Rockingham (MRP)
DFES
06.2020 - Current
Senior Fire Fighhter Kalgoorlie
DFES
06.2018 - 06.2021
400 MHz Project
DFES
03.2017 - 09.2017
Trainer Assessor (TA)
DFES
08.2016 - 09.2016
Senior Fire Fighter Murdoch
DFES
01.2012 - 06.2018
Royal Australia Corps of Transport - Driver
Australian Defence Force
03.2002 - 02.2018
Pathways Certificate - Leadership
Senior Fire Fighter Leadership Program
04.2001 -
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